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Salmon Facts

 

Contemporary science believes the type of dietary fat we eat alters the production of biological compounds known as eicosanoids. It is believed these compounds affect blood pressure, blood clotting, inflamation, and immune function.

It has been shown Omega 3 oils produce eicosanoids, which decrease risks of heart disease, inflammatory processes, and some cancers.

Recent studies suggest Omega 3 oils significantly reduce stress induced depression and, bipolar disorder.

Wild Sockeye salmon is commonly recognized as the fish containing the highest amount of Omega 3.

Wild salmon are anadromous (the young migrate from their fresh water hatching to the sea for maturation)

Mature salmon will return to the stream of their birth with precise (within a couple of days) yearly cycles. These cycles vary from 2 years to 6, depending upon the salmon specie.

Wild salmon is a superb source of high quality protein and essential amino acids. It contains vitamins A, D, B6, B2, niacin, riboflavin, calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium, & phosphorus. Wild salmon contains predominately unsaturated fats which are noted for their prevention of artery disease development.

Because salmon has no connective tissues, as in meats and poultry, it is an excellent food for young and old alike.

 

 

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